Berkshire Waldorf School
Aftercare Teacher
Great Barrington, MA
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Part time
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Berkshire Waldorf School is seeking a part time Aftercare teacher beginning January 2027 - June 2027. Ideally, candidates would have Waldorf teaching experience. Effective classroom management, communication, and the ability to collaborate are priorities. The Aftercare teacher will assume care of those children extending their day up to 5:15PM. The Aftercare teacher will assist with afternoon snacks, coordinate play and quiet time until parents pick up their students. Key responsibilities include ensuring safety and tracking authorized pick up of all students.
About Berkshire Waldorf School
Berkshire Waldorf School educates children to think with clarity, feel with compassion, and act with courage and conviction. Our curriculum weaves intellectual rigor, artistic expression and hands-on work to develop and expand the full human potential of each child.
Our curriculum includes languages, handwork, woodwork, music, eurythmy, games/movement and an educational support program. Festivals and celebrations are community-oriented, and there is an active anthroposophical community in the region. Our Board is active and well-established, and our strong Parent Association reflects a supportive and diverse parent body. BWS is located midway between New York City and Boston, and the Berkshires region is well known for its diverse cultural and artistic opportunities and communities.
Description
Responsibilities
- On campus Monday through Thursday, 2:30PM-5:30PM on school days.
- Receive the students, ages 8-14, continuing their day up to 5:15PM.
- Coordinate with the Director of Education on programmatic rhythms.
- Interface with Extended Day Aftercare Coordinator to ensure students attend tutoring during aftercare hours.
- Greet parents warmly (in person, through email, on the telephone) and assist with their aftercare questions/needs.
- Confirm that all students have been picked up and signed out by an authorized adult.
- Organize and distribute snacks.
- All other duties as assigned by the School Directors.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors Degree, Waldorf Teacher Certificate and/or enrollment in a Waldorf accredited training program preferred
- CPR and First Aid training required and can be organized and paid for by the school.
Salary
$21 - $25 per hour